First Day Cover Paris philately illustrated stamp France

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Description

Illustrated philatelic envelope, visible in a transparent plastic sleeve, featuring a First Day of Issue postmark ("Premier Jour d'Émission / Grande Semaine Philatélique / 12 Juin 65 / Paris"). The envelope features a colorful illustration on the left side depicting a scene entitled "Le Caillou-qui-bique," with a woman sitting on a bench under a blossoming tree, a house in the background, and dominant blue, gray, and brown colors. Below the illustration, a literary excerpt and the author's name are printed in blue.

The stamp visible at the top right shows a male portrait, with a dominant purple/brown hue, and bears the inscription "République Française." The cancellation postmark is perfectly legible and centered on the stamp and the envelope, confirming its First Day status. A discreet round mark appears at the bottom left, likely from the official First Day of Issue service.

The whole is presented in a protective sleeve, ensuring the preservation of the surface and colors. A small handwritten insert "1OF" is visible on the sleeve, without affecting the object itself. The general condition appears very clean, with no notable visible defects on the photographed side, no folds, and no apparent stains.

The illustration's design and typography evoke a 1960s production, consistent with the postmark date (1965). The item is aimed at collectors seeking a French First Day cover, illustrated, with a matching stamp and official cancellation.

Condition

Used item, sold as is, protected in a plastic sleeve. No visible defects on the presented side.

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